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Protecting Forests
Our Commitment to Protect Forests
Protecting forests is critical to addressing the climate crisis, safeguarding endangered species, and mitigating potential financial risks for investors.

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Our Mission
Agriculture is the leading driver of deforestation, accounting for about 70% of tropical deforestation.
Green Century is actively working to end the unnecessary deforestation caused by the unsustainable production of palm oil, soy, cattle, timber, and rubber in Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
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